Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

Supportive healthcare environment

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Saginaw, Michigan, to join their compassionate team on a PRN/Per Diem basis. The role involves assisting with the delivery of physical therapy services and implementing treatment plans. Candidates must hold a valid PTA license and have Basic Life Support certification. This position offers a supportive orientation program and opportunities for advancement within a dedicated healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license required.
• BLS certification by start date is necessary.
• Experience in carrying out therapeutic interventions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Implement treatment goals and plans established by PT.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices.

Skills

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Therapeutic exercises

Patient transportation

Communication skills

Job description

Critical Illness Recovery Hospital

Location: Saginaw, Michigan (8th floor of Covenant Hospital's Harrison Campus)

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN/Per Diem/As Needed

(Weekdays Only during the day shift)

Select Specialty Hospital Saginaw is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives - and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT)
• Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long‑term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re‑entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license
• Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.